A vintage double-decker bus from Hong Kong's public housing estate, Wah Fu Estate, recently visited the area as part of a walking tour led by Henry Chai Man-hon, who served as district councillor from 2004 to 2019. The estate, known for its luxury residences for ordinary people, will be demolished between 2027 and 2035. Local artist Swing Lam captured a photo with the bus, which is part of a series of tours aimed at sharing the stories of Wah Fu Estate's residents.
Will Smith's AI-Generated Spaghetti Scene Stuns Industry
7.12.25
AI-generated video has made significant progress, with advancements such as Will Smith's convincing spaghetti-eating scene on Google's Veo 3 platform. This milestone has attracted Hollywood, artists, and advertisers, with companies like Runway AI and OpenAI launching new technologies like Dream Machine and Sora. The industry is shifting towards using AI for pre-visualization, visual effects, and storyboarding, allowing for more creative freedom and cost savings. However, some creators, including actor Will Smith's union representative Elizabeth Strickler, express concerns about the impact on energy consumption, original work usage, and the role of AI in artistic decision-making.
Xi Jinping Praises Indonesian Cultural Diversity Heritage
7.12.25
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of preserving human civilization diversity for peace and sustainable global development during a forum. He highlighted Indonesia's cultural diversity, with over 1,340 ethnic groups, 718 local languages, and 2,213 nationally recorded intangible cultural heritages. The country is also home to significant archaeological sites such as Sangiran and Leang-Leang in South Sulawesi Province, where early human discoveries like Homo erectus and Homo floresiensis were found. Xi Jinping noted that Indonesia's differences in ethnicity, religion, culture, and tradition are strengths that form the foundation of its national identity.
Hanteo Global Festival Rocks Seoul World Cup Stadium
7.11.25
The Hanteo Global music festival is set to take place at Seoul World Cup Stadium on September 6 and 7. The event will be headlined by a legendary Korean artist, with a special stage dedicated to celebrating K-pop's evolution over the decades, featuring artists from the first to fifth generations.
The Calumet Theatre, located in Calumet, Michigan, is a historic Gilded Age opera house that has been converted into a community hub for concerts and events. It is part of the Keweenaw National Historical Park and serves as a heritage site, offering a glimpse into the past while hosting various performances and gatherings.
Caillebotte's Art Challenges Traditional Masculinity Notions
7.11.25
The Art Newspaper reports on the relevance of Gustave Caillebotte's art in today's society, where traditional notions of masculinity are being challenged. The Art Institute of Chicago is currently hosting an exhibition featuring Caillebotte's work, "Gustave Caillebotte: Painting His World", until October 5th. This comes as the Musée d'Orsay recently acquired a Caillebotte masterpiece worth €43m, donated by LVMH, and plans to tour it in France next year to celebrate Impressionism.
Prof. Dr. Shazia Ramzan, Faculty of Arts and Humanities Dean, emphasizes the importance of creativity and artwork in addressing societal issues, suggesting that it can bring optimism to people suffering from nerve strain, providing a permanent source of inner satisfaction and positive solutions to various problems.
In Sai Kung's Old Town, Hebe Law's artisanal craft shop Oelili offers unique, handcrafted items such as bags, lamps, and ceramics made by local Hong Kong-based artists, including herself, which serve as a badge of pride for the community.
Live Aid concerts held on July 13, 1985, raised over $100 million for famine relief in Ethiopia, with the event simulcast from Philadelphia and London, featuring performances by Queen, The Who, and a Led Zeppelin reunion.